Grooving Against All Odds: Techno Dance RainParade Rocks Erfurt and Sondershausen
Rainy Procession and Parade Overpower Weather Challenges - Rain-soaked techno dance procession and weather-defying parade
The weather couldn't rain on the parade - or the dancefloor, for that matter. Despite Pentecost weekend showers and gusting winds, the organizers behind the Free Culture Caravan stood firm and pulled off a mini Techno Dance RainParade in Erfurt, with a touch of Love Parade charm.
With determination blazing in their hearts, these reprehensible rave organizers saw past the rotten weather and set up camp on Erfurt's Domplatz, determined to spin tunes for the masses until sunset. Their mission: to rally for increased support for the club and underground subculture scene. One of their demands? Ain't that a kick in the pants - the darn state should step up and forfeit GEMA fees for clubs throwing more public events! According to the heavy-handed po-po, the raucous crowd of approximately 1,000 revelers stayed rowdy but riot-free until well into the afternoon.
Meanwhile, in the ancient city of Sondershausen, the party vibes took the limelight during the blessed 900th anniversary festivities. A sprawling parade decked out in historical panache snaked through the cobblestone streets, with thousands of costumed volunteers from local schools and clubs joining the pageant. Volunteer-driven floats and around 80 freakin' vehicles ate up the streets for 3,500 wide-eyed onlookers, thanks to the po-po's assuring us. Guess what? This parade went off without a hitch - no notable incidents spoiling the celebration.
- Erfurt
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- Love Parade vibes
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- Underground subculture support
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- GEMA fees
- 900th anniversary festivities
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The Commission, in light of the events of the Techno Dance RainParade in Erfurt, has been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, such as those present during electronic music events.
In another celebration, the ancient city of Sondershausen hosted its 900th anniversary festivities, showcasing a spectacle of costumes, floats, and vehicles, reminiscent of the energy and cultural exchange found on social-media platforms and entertainment events like the Love Parade.
